School Counsellor
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Job Description
About St Catherines School
St Catherines is a vibrant close-knit community where students teachers and parents share in the journey of learning. We have magnificent teachers who are great activators of change for girls and who enhance their students learning though the provision of a stimulating tailored and future-focused education.
Established in 1896 St Catherines Schools reputation as a leader in girls education for well over a century is based on our readiness to embrace innovation. Our goals are in keeping with our founders original aim to prepare students for life; not only through education but also empowering girls to take ownership of their learning through active participation and engagement in School academic and co-curricular programs.
Our Schools proud reputation for academic excellence exceptional teachers a supportive community outstanding co-curricular programs and well-equipped facilities has placed St Catherines School as one of the top performing schools across Victoria for years. However our greatest achievement is the quality of character our students exhibit.
St Catherines is committed to building and retaining a strong workforce of dedicated teachers and professional staff who can create an environment of best practice. Our aim is to be a truly inclusive and caring school where both students and staff are supported and encouragedto flourish in the St Catherines School environment.
About the Role
St Catherines School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Counsellor to join our Student Wellbeing Team on a full-time basis for a 12-month fixed-term contract with the possibility of the role becoming ongoing.
This vital role is responsible for delivering counselling and wellbeing support to students helping to enhance their emotional psychological and physical wellbeing. The School Counsellor works collaboratively with support staff families and teaching teams to promote resilience contribute to wellbeing programs and provide expert support in times of personal or community need.
The position reports to the Deputy Principal with a dotted reporting line to the Principal and plays a key part in maintaining a professional responsive and values-driven approach to student care across the School community.
To be successful in this opportunity you will require:
- Experience within the school education sector will be a distinct advantage.
- Qualifications in Counselling Social Work Youth Work or Psychology (provisional or unregistered).
- Demonstrated understanding of student mental health and wellbeing.
- Ability to provide short-term counselling and wellbeing interventions.
- Ability to identify when issues require referral to a registered psychologist or external professional.
- Knowledge of child protection legislation and reporting responsibilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with young people families and staff.
- Collaborative approach to supporting student wellbeing in conjunction with other support staff.
- High degree of professionalism discretion and sensitivity.
- Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
- Proactive and adaptable with a passion for supporting student wellbeing.
- Commitment to the ethos and values of the School.
Why work for us
- Fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regarded independent school in Toorak.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Onsite parking available and close to public transport.
- Onsite cafe and use of gym and swimming pool facilities.
Want to find out more
To view the position description or to apply visit
Applicants will be requested to upload:
- a letter of introduction addressed to the Principal and
- a resume.
If you have any questions regarding this opportunity please contact Human Resources via for a confidential discussion.
Applications will close Friday 1 August at 5pmhowever earlier applications are encouraged as interviews may commence prior to the closing date.
St Catherines School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children by providing a child safe environment. Our students feel safe and empowered as we support and respect all members of the St Catherines community. This includes the safety and wellbeing of our students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds along with students with a disability.
Applicants will be subject to the relevant child protection screening including referee and identity checks and are expected to familiarise themselves with the Schools Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy Child Safety Code of Conduct and associated policies available on the Schools website.
Employment Type
Full-Time
